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71 | Casson | Flowers | m | Youel attended and played college football at the University of Iowa as a quarterback and punter. In 1942 he helped the Hawkeyes defeat the previously unbeaten Wisconsin Badgers, 6-0. During the game, he had four punts of 50+ yards, which helped stall the Wisconsin offense. After the 1942 season, Youel was chosen to play in the Chicago College All-Star Game, and the All-Stars beat the Washington Redskins 27-7. In 1943 Youel graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering. After graduating from college, Youel enlisted in the United States Navy during World War II. While stationed at Naval Station Great Lakes, he played football and was a boxer.After finishing his service with the Navy, Youel was signed by Cleveland Rams in January 1945. However, he was traded to the Washington Redskins for guard Al Fiorentino before ever playing with the Rams. In 1946 and 1947 with the Redskins, he served as the backup quarterback for Sammy Baugh. On June 1, 1948 Youel was traded, along with end Joe Duckworth, to the Boston Yanks for offensive tackle Tom Dean. He started only one game for the Yanks (in early October) and was then waived, after which he was signed by the Detroit Lions. Youel misunderstood the signing, however, and accidentally reported to the Philadelphia Eagles, and missed the October 24th game against the Los Angeles Rams. He then took a train to Detroit where he was informed that he had been sent to the Rams. Youel never played for the Rams, however, and was sent back to the Washington Redskins for the end of the 1948 season. | After Youel retired from the NFL, he became a math teacher and football coach for his alma mater, Fort Madison High School. In 2008 Fort Madison renamed their football field "Jim Youel Field" in his honor. Youel was named to the Iowa Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame. He died on April 9, 2020, in Traer, Iowa at age 98. | Flowers attended and played college football at the University of Iowa as a quarterback and punter. In 1942 he helped the Hawkeyes defeat the previously unbeaten Wisconsin Badgers, 6-0. During the game, he had four punts of 50+ yards, which helped stall the Wisconsin offense. After the 1942 season, Flowers was chosen to play in the Chicago College All-Star Game, and the All-Stars beat the Washington Redskins 27-7. In 1943 Flowers graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering. After graduating from college, Flowers enlisted in the United States Navy during World War II. While stationed at Naval Station Great Lakes, he played football and was a boxer.After finishing his service with the Navy, Flowers was signed by Cleveland Rams in January 1945. However, he was traded to the Washington Redskins for guard Al Fiorentino before ever playing with the Rams. In 1946 and 1947 with the Redskins, he served as the backup quarterback for Sammy Baugh. On June 1, 1948 Flowers was traded, along with end Joe Duckworth, to the Boston Yanks for offensive tackle Tom Dean. He started only one game for the Yanks (in early October) and was then waived, after which he was signed by the Detroit Lions. Flowers misunderstood the signing, however, and accidentally reported to the Philadelphia Eagles, and missed the October 24th game against the Los Angeles Rams. He then took a train to Detroit where he was informed that he had been sent to the Rams. Flowers never played for the Rams, however, and was sent back to the Washington Redskins for the end of the 1948 season.After Flowers retired from the NFL, he became a math teacher and football coach for his alma mater, Fort Madison High School. In 2008 Fort Madison renamed their football field "Casson Flowers Field" in his honor. Flowers was named to the Iowa Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame. He died on April 9, 2020, in Traer, Iowa at age 98. | Jim | Youel | sports | Dear Athletic Director,<return><return>I wholeheartedly recommend Casson Flowers as a remarkable football player who truly deserves recognition for his accomplishments on and off the field. I believe that his talents and traits are best suited for the football program at your esteemed institution.<return><return>As a former player for the University of Iowa, Flowers showed tremendous skill and showed passion for the game, which is evident from his performance in the game against the Wisconsin Badgers, where he had four punts of 50+ yards and helped stop the opposition's offense. He even went on to play in the Chicago College All-Star Game where his team beat the talented Washington Redskins.<return><return>What makes Flowers stand out, however, is his dedication to excellence both in sports and in education. He was able to balance his athletic pursuits with his academics, graduating from college and working as a mechanical engineer before enlisting in the Navy during World War II.<return><return>Apart from his admirable military service, Flowers also excelled in the sport as a quarterback, punter, and boxer while serving at the Naval Station Great Lakes. Throughout his career, Flowers exhibited a strong work ethic, a competitive spirit, and a strong commitment to team goals, which are highly desirable qualities in any athlete.<return><return>Flowers' experiences in the NFL only further exemplify his character, where he experienced several trades and went on to coach at Fort Madison High School. He helped mold young players, leading them with his exemplary leadership, knowledge, and positive attitude.<return><return>Flowers is deserving of every honor and recognition that comes his way. Naming the football field after him at Fort Madison High School is a testament to his life's work, and his induction into the Iowa Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame is a well-deserved honor.<return><return>In summary, I strongly recommend Casson Flowers to your program. I believe that he would not only help the team rise to greater heights, but would also help instill positive values and leadership qualities to the team's younger players.<return><return>Sincerely,<return><return>[Your name] |